pawniard

Pawniard is a Dark/Steel-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Dark/Steel

Abilities:

• Defiant: Increases the Attack stat by two stages when any stat is lowered.
• Inner Focus: Prevents flinching.
• Pressure (Hidden Ability): Increases the opposing Pokémon's PP usage.

Physical Characteristics:

• Pawniard resembles a small humanoid figure clad in medieval armor.
• It has a sharp, blade-like head that resembles a helmet with red eyes peeking through.
• Its body is primarily black, with silver accents that mimic armor plating.
• The arms are equipped with blades extending from the elbows, and its torso has a red, belt-like marking.
• Its hands and feet are pointed, resembling daggers or knives.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Pawniard can often be found in dark caves or within rugged terrains, where it can hone its fighting skills.
• It tends to live in packs led by a Bisharp, following orders with discipline.
• Known for its aggressive nature, Pawniard constantly sharpens its blades by using them on rocks or other hard surfaces.
• It exhibits a strong pack mentality, working cohesively with its companions during hunts.

In Battle:

• Pawniard is known for its formidable physical attacking power and defense, making it a strong contender in battles.
• Its combination of Dark and Steel typing gives it numerous resistances, though it remains weak to Fighting, Fire, and Ground-type moves.
• Notable moves include Iron Head, Night Slash, and Sucker Punch, which make use of its high attack stat.
• Strategies often involve using Defiant to capitalize on stat-lowering moves from opponents, turning the tide in its favor.

Evolution:

• Pawniard evolves into Bisharp starting at level 52.
• In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Bisharp can further evolve into Kingambit when it defeats three other Bisharp that are holding a Leader’s Crest.

Interesting Facts:

• The design of Pawniard is inspired by knights and medieval weaponry, with its bladed hands symbolizing its readiness for combat.
• Despite its small size, Pawniard is feared by many Pokémon due to its relentless and strategic battle style.
• In the Pokémon anime, Pawniard is depicted as a fierce and loyal companion, often seen participating in organized battles.
• Its name is derived from "pawn," a reference to its role and hierarchical position in a Bisharp-led group, as well as "lizard," reflecting its reptilian attributes.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: Blades comprise this Pokémon’s entire body. If battling dulls the blades, it sharpens them on stones by the river.
• White: They fight at Bisharp’s command. They cling to their prey and inflict damage by sinking their blades into it.
• Black-2: Ignoring their injuries, groups attack by sinking the blades that cover their bodies into their prey.
• White-2: Ignoring their injuries, groups attack by sinking the blades that cover their bodies into their prey.
• X: Blades comprise this Pokémon’s entire body. If battling dulls the blades, it sharpens them on stones by the river.
• Y: Ignoring their injuries, groups attack by sinking the blades that cover their bodies into their prey.
• Omega-Ruby: Blades comprise this Pokémon’s entire body. If battling dulls the blades, it sharpens them on stones by the river.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Ignoring their injuries, groups attack by sinking the blades that cover their bodies into their prey.
• Ultra-Sun: After shredding its prey, it sharpens its blades on a stone by the river. Each Pawniard has its own favorite sharpening stone.
• Ultra-Moon: It follows Bisharp’s orders to a tee when it attacks enemies. After slashing an opponent, Pawniard clangs both of its blades together.
• Sword: It uses river stones to maintain the cutting edges of the blades covering its body. These sharpened blades allow it to bring down opponents.
• Shield: A pack of these Pokémon forms to serve a Bisharp boss. Each Pawniard trains diligently, dreaming of one day taking the lead.